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Switched on Pop

Vulture
Christmas Album
Holiday Music
Comedy Music
The Star Spangled Banner
Matt Rogers
Mariah Carey
Last Christmas
Ariana Grande
National Anthem
Adult Contemporary
Pop Music
Queer Perspectives
Las Culturistas
Lil Nas X
Musicals
Super Bowl
Whitney Houston
Shaka Khan
Mrs. Claus
Sped Up Remixes

Listen closer to pop music — hear how it moves us. Hosted by musicologist Nate Sloan & songwriter Charlie Harding. From Vulture and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Recent Guests

Chris Della Riva
brilliant music data scientist who studies chart-topping songs
author of Uncharted Territory
Episode: What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
John C. Reilly
actor and musician known for his character Mr. Romantic
performer involved in the Great American Songbook
Episode: What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
Zara Larsson
Swedish pop singer known for her hit songs and contributions to Swedish pop culture
Episode: Stockholm syndrome: Why we can't resist Swedish pop (ft. Zara Larsson)
Sam Sanders
co-host of Vibe Check and the Sam Sanders Show
KCRW
Episode: A brief history of terrible lyrics (with Sam Sanders)
Elamin Abdelmahmoud
The host of Commotion, a daily pop culture podcast from CBC
CBC
Episode: Summer Bummer (with Commotion’s Elamin Abdelmahmoud)
Breakmaster Cylinder
A prominent composer of podcast themes known for his unique sound and creativity.
Episode: How podcasting got its sound ft. Breakmaster Cylinder
Adam Curry
Former MTV VJ and co-creator of the audio blog format that led to podcasting.
Episode: How podcasting got its sound ft. Breakmaster Cylinder
Seth MacFarlane
Creator of Family Guy and vocalist
Family Guy
Episode: Frankly, Sinatra still matters (with Seth MacFarlane)
Tommy Cash
Avant-garde rapper representing Estonia in Eurovision
Episode: Eurovision feast: Poison Cake, Milkshake Man, and Espresso Macchiato (featuring Tommy Cash)

Hosts

Nate Sloan
Musicologist and host, who deepens the listeners' understanding of pop music's cultural impact and artistic elements.
Charlie Harding
Songwriter and host with a knack for exploring the lyrical and cultural layers of pop music.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • The k pop demon hunters episode is wrong 😑

    Zoe says i lived two lives tried to play both sides nottttttttt rumi i love the podcast tho it is great 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZenPenguin
    United States24 days ago
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    I love this podcast - I get a little smarter every time I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sgenevievepnw
    United Statesa month ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicole or josh
    United Statesa month ago
  • AMAZING

    It is great

    It is amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The slayest person
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Embarrassing Taylor review

    Actually amusing

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RoaringKitte
    United Statesa month ago

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Some critiques mention a perceived shift from musical analysis to more superficial content, reflecting mixed feelings about recent episodes.
Several reviews highlight the engaging and smooth interaction between the hosts, praising their chemistry and humor.
There are requests from fans for more in-depth discussions about the music, expressing a desire for higher quality in album-focused episodes.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's insightful analysis of pop music, emphasizing its educational perspective on music production and cultural trends.

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Can “professor” Charlie Puth pass our qualifying exam?
Q: Can you play a 2-5-1 in the key of B flat major?
Charlie successfully plays the 2-5-1 chord progression on the piano.
What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
Q: Why these songs? Why do they have a timeless quality?
John C. Reilly sought songs with a timeless quality that capture eternal themes of love, showcasing their ability to resonate deeply with audiences.
What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
Q: Who is Mr. Romantic?
Mr. Romantic is a character created by John C. Reilly to perform love songs, embodying a long history of musical storytelling and romance.
What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
Q: Can you tell us what that's called, Chris?
Chris's upcoming book is called Uncharted Territory, What Numbers Tell Us What the Biggest Hit Songs and Ourselves.
Stockholm syndrome: Why we can't resist Swedish pop (ft. Zara Larsson)
Q: How does singing and thinking between Swedish and English change how you approach your writing?
Singing in Swedish feels more vulnerable and personal compared to singing in English, which feels more like the pop star façade.

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The episodes explore the intricate world of popular music, delving into various thematic elements that shape its creation and reception. Frequent discussions center around significant trends in pop culture, the artistry behind songwriting, and the messages conveyed through music across different genres. Noteworthy highlights include in-depth analyses of K-Pop phenomena, discussions with celebrated artists, and explorations of historical contexts surrounding iconic works. Unique facets include live discussions and contributions from notable guests, making it a rich resource for music enthusiasts and industry insiders alike.

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1. Popcast
2. Song Exploder
3. Hit Parade | Music History and Music Trivia
4. Pop Pantheon
5. Pop Culture Happy Hour

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Switched on Pop launched 11 years ago and published 501 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Switched on Pop include:

1. Chris Della Riva
2. John C. Reilly
3. Zara Larsson
4. Sam Sanders
5. Elamin Abdelmahmoud
6. Breakmaster Cylinder
7. Adam Curry
8. Seth MacFarlane

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